The Cyber Security Professional course by Cyber Security Zone is meticulously crafted for individuals who have a basic understanding of cyber security and wish to ascend to a professional level. This advanced course delves into sophisticated cyber security strategies, tools, and technologies, with an emphasis on real-world application and defense mechanisms. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical exercises, including labs, simulations, and case studies, students will learn to design, implement, and manage a secure cyber environment for their organizations.
Target Audience: Students with essential cybersecurity knowledge who want to advance their careers.
Course Objectives
Who Should Enroll
Course Format
Course Outline
Certification
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:
Analyze and mitigate advanced cyber threats and vulnerabilities.
Design and implement robust security architectures for various organizational needs.
Understand and apply advanced concepts of encryption and cryptography in securing data and communications.
Conduct sophisticated cyber security assessments and audits.
Develop and manage comprehensive incident response strategies and practices.
Who Should Enroll
Individuals with foundational knowledge in cyber security looking to advance their career.
IT professionals seeking specialized skills in cyber security.
Cyber security practitioners aiming for higher certifications and professional recognition.
Course Format
In-depth lectures with industry experts.
Hands-on labs and cyber ranges.
Group discussions and case studies.
Capstone project: Designing and defending against a simulated cyber attack.
Course Outline
Prerequisites
Completion of “Cyber Security Essentials” course or equivalent knowledge.
Basic understanding of IT infrastructure and network principles.
Course Modules
Module 1: Advanced Threat Intelligence
Lessons:
Understanding Cyber Threat Intelligence (CTI)
The Cyber Kill Chain and MITRE ATT&CK Framework
Intelligence Gathering and Analysis
Threat Actors and Advanced Persistent Threats (APTs)
Review Questions
Labs:
Conducting Threat Intelligence with Open Source Tools
Module 2: Security Operations and Incident Management
Lessons:
Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) Solutions
Incident Detection and Response
Advanced Incident Handling Techniques
Forensic Analysis and Evidence Collection
Review Questions
Labs:
Simulating Incident Response with a SIEM Tool
Basic Digital Forensics with Autopsy
Module 3: Advanced Network Security
Lessons:
Deep Packet Inspection
Intrusion Detection and Prevention Systems (IDPS)
Advanced Firewall and Proxy Configurations
Securing Complex Network Architectures
Review Questions
Labs:
Configuring a Network Intrusion Detection System (NIDS)
Advanced Firewall Configurations on Linux
Module 4: Cryptography and PKI
Lessons:
Advanced Cryptographic Algorithms
Implementing Public Key Infrastructure (PKI)
Secure Socket Layer (SSL)/Transport Layer Security (TLS) Deep Dive
Cryptographic Attacks and Defenses
Review Questions
Labs:
Setting Up a Certificate Authority (CA)
Implementing TLS for a Web Server
Module 5: Secure Software Development
Lessons:
Secure Coding Practices
Application Security Testing (Static, Dynamic, and Interactive Analysis)
DevSecOps and Security Automation
Remediation of Security Vulnerabilities
Review Questions
Labs:
Using Static Application Security Testing (SAST) Tools
Implementing Security in CI/CD Pipelines
Module 6: Cloud Security
Lessons:
Cloud Service Models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) Security Considerations
Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM)
Identity and Access Management (IAM) in the Cloud
Security in Hybrid and Multi-Cloud Environments
Review Questions
Labs:
Configuring Security in AWS/Azure/GCP
Implementing IAM Policies and Roles
Module 7: Legal, Regulations, Compliance, and Ethics
Lessons:
Advanced Legal Frameworks and Global Cyber Laws
Compliance Standards (ISO 27001, GDPR, HIPAA, SOC 2)
Ethics in Cyber Security
Navigating Privacy and Data Protection
Review Questions
Module 8: Capstone Project
A comprehensive project that challenges you to apply all the skills and knowledge acquired through the course to solve a real-world cyber security problem. This may involve conducting a full security audit, designing a secure network architecture, or developing and implementing a security policy for an organization.
Certification
Students who successfully complete the course and pass the final assessment will receive the “Cyber Security Professional” certification from Cyber Security Zone, affirming their advanced knowledge and skills in cyber security, readying them for professional roles in the industry.
